The Michael Finley Foundation Charity Poker Challenge Jan 12, 2018

Join the fun at the Second Annual Michael Finley Charity Poker Challenge scheduled for January 12th. Another great time is expected at the Dallas Mavericks practice facility in the American Airlines Center. Act now, all donations received prior to January 1 may be eligible for a 2017 tax deduction.

This event benefits Giving Individuals Fundamental Tools 4 Success (G.I.F.T.4.S.), the flagship program of The Michael Finley Foundation created by NBA champion and all-star Michael Finley. The unique summer program aims to decrease summer learning loss and provide the tools kids and their families need to prosper after high school.

All donations benefit the G.I.F.T.4.S. program to continue a inaugural campaign in July of 2017. The tournament starts at 7:30pm but the fun will start long before cards go in the air. Start the fun when doors open at 4pm during the mini-Casino on the first floor of Old No. 77.

Michael Finley will be hosting a pre-event reception at the venue beginning at 6pm with hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, and music. New this year, a Learn & Play package includes a 30 minute lesson, pre-event reception, and a seat in the tournament. After the reception, players will head to the cardroom for a fun time while raising money for the foundation.

We expect to see a lot of our friends in the tournament including big-name pros, poker fans, and plenty of stars outside of poker. Register now, seats are limited. Help us push the donations higher throughout the evening. Last year attendees included Tim Duncan, Emmitt Smith, Dirk Nowitzki, Devin Harris, Harrison Barnes to name a few. Come out and be the last at the final table to call "All In!"